Silent discipline
I heard some of my students talking about how I do not call out certain behaviors. I may not call the student out but the student is losing points from participation. There are some behaviors I do not feel I should have to correct.
For example: putting their head on the table.
Hi Jessica,
I understand what you are saying; I feel the same way at times. Some things are just understood to be totally unacceptable behavior and students should realize this. We have a participation grade at my institution, and instructors can deduct points from the participation grade at our liberty without informing the student based on unacceptable behavior.
Patricia
This is one area where I have pretty strong feelings about "saving face". I would rather talk to a student in private about class behaviors in order to not embarass them in front of peers. However, if the negative beahvior continues, I will probably bring it up in class.
Hi Sarah,
Silent discipline is something I strongly believe in. If you bark at a student in front of their peers, the student is going to bark louder to save face. Discipline should not be done in front of others, unless it is absolutely necessary. Things go better with discpline when it is done one-on-one.
Patricia
I have struggled with the class participation grade but I like your approach and will institute it in this upcoming semester. I will add that to my course outline explanation. Thank you.
Hi Ruth,
It really helps the silent students shine! It encourages participation from all.
Patricia
I agree with this totally! I address the student individually first, as a warning. If the behavior continues, I document this on the evaluation forms. I also deduct points from their daily evaluations.
I agree totally. I will hold a meeting with the student first. Then I will deducted points accordingly from the students participation grade if the behavior continues.
Hi Wendy,
What does the meeting consist of?
Patricia
